Physical Education

Physical Education is an essential part of the general education process at Glendale College. Its mission is to provide opportunities for students to gain experience in and knowledge of physical fitness concepts; to develop healthful living practices that promote lifelong wellness; to acquire skills in sport activities; to gain exposure to competitive and performance activities; and to implement appropriate stress-reduction techniques. Research continues to demonstrate the relationship between exercise and such areas as: longevity, health and wellness, fitness, stress management and academic success. Most physical education courses offered by the division carry transferable credit to the CSU system and most other four-year colleges and all meet AA. and A.S. degree requirements.

The Kinesiology Division/Physical Education Department offers a wide variety of activities to meet the varied interests of the Glendale College student. Two units of physical education are required in order to be eligible for the Associate in Arts and/or the Associate in Science degree. Students currently enrolled in the Registered Nursing Program are exempt from the PE graduation requirement. Individuals may be exempt from the physical education requirement upon presentation of evidence that they have a medical excuse on file.

Intercollegiate athletics courses can be found under the Athletic Physical Education department (ATHPE) in the catalog. Student-athletes should refer to these courses for participation on intercollegiate athletics teams.

Health courses for the graduation requirement for Health or First Aid can be found in the Health (HLTH) department in the catalog.

Kinesiology theory courses can be found in the Kinesiology (KIN) department. Kinesiology majors and Fitness Specialist Certificate students should consult the KIN AA-T degree model curriculum and/or the FS Certificate requirements to determine appropriate courses for the major/certificate in the Kinesiology (KIN), Physical Education (PE), Health (HTLH) departments.

It is recommended that a variety of activities be taken during a student’s attendance at GCC. All classes are coeducational.

PE 102 is an open laboratory physical fitness course designed to enhance the student’s cardiovascular fitness level. The course emphasizes the development of positive attitudes and habits with regard to cardiovascular efficiency, body composition, muscular toning, and flexibility. Students are assessed in these areas and an individual fitness profile is established. Fitness activities primarily utilize exercise equipment which is organized into an aerobic super circuit. Additional activities are prescribed in an aerobic machine arena, cross training area, and a flexibility area.

PE 110 offers instruction in indoor cycling, a low-impact, non-weight-bearing physical activity, enhancing cardiorespiratory and muscular performance, and promoting mental and emotional well being. Various cycling routines are performed on a stationary spinning bicycle accompanied by both auditory and visual cues.

PE 129 is designed to increase strength, flexibility, body coordination (agility), speed, and aerobic/anaerobic conditioning as it relates to optimal athletic performance. Note: This class is structured to provide strength and conditioning programs specific to intercollegiate athletics both during participation and in the “off-season.”

PE 130 is a diversified program of developmental activities for students with disabilities which prevent their participation in a regular physical education program. The emphasis is on the student’s remaining abilities, not their disabilities.

PE 132 is a diversified program of aquatics for students with disabilities which prevent their participation in a regular physical education aquatics program. The emphasis is on the student’s remaining abilities and adapting them to facilitate swimming, water aerobics, and aquatic skills proficiency. Note: This course is specially designed for students who meet Title V eligibility requirements for Disabled Student Program and Services.

PE 133 is a diversified program of fitness, participation, and lecture activities for students with disabilities. It focuses on the unique wellness needs of this population. Note: The course is specially designed for students who meet Title V eligibility requirements for the Disabled Student Programs and Services. Lecture 2 hours/ Laboratory 1 hour. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC

PE 134 is a laboratory physical fitness course for students with disabilities. This course is designed to develop and encourage positive attitudes and habits with regard to cardiovascular efficiency, body composition, muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility. Students are assessed in these areas and a personalized fitness program is established. Note: This course is specially designed for students who meet Title V eligibility requirements for Disabled Student Programs and Services.

PE 135 offers students with disabilities instruction in indoor cycling. Indoor cycling is a low-impact, non-weight-bearing physical activity, which enhances cardiorespiratory and muscular performance. The course promotes physical, as well as mental and emotional wellbeing. Various cycling routines are performed on a stationary spinning bicycle accompanied by both auditory and visual cues. Note: This course is specially designed for students who meet Title V eligibility requirements for Disabled Student Program and Services.

PE 295 is an introduction to the benefits of an organized walking program. The class provides the student with various methods of walking to achieve whole-body fitness, flexibility, and increased cardio-vascular health efficiency. The course also discusses methods of using walking as a form of weight control and stress management in addition to achieving a healthful life style. This class is ideal for the student wishing a low-impact aerobic work-out Lecture .5-1.5 hours/ Laboratory 1.5-3.5 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC